Are You Truly a Seller?: The Market is Ready--are You?

You've heard it before, and have likely seen it firsthand in the market: interest rates are at historic lows, franchisee consolidations and refranchisings are prevalent, lenders are hungry, pent-up equity is available and waiting to be deployed, and deal activity is high. You might be contemplating taking advantage of this environment. But are you truly a seller? To help you make that determination, let's address some critical considerations.

If you think you are really ready to sell, have you considered the points presented above? The solutions are not always simple, but not having a solution is certain to derail your transaction. Proactively deal with these issues early on, rather than reacting to them when they crop up during the process. Rely on your trusted advisor to help you navigate through the process to ensure a successful outcome.


Dean Zuccarello, CEO and founder of The Cypress Group, has more than 30 years of financial and transactional experience in mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, strategic planning, and financing in the restaurant industry. The Cypress Group is a privately owned investment bank and advisory services firm focused exclusively on the multi-unit and franchise business for more than 22 years. Contact him at 303-680-4141 or dzuccarello@cypressgroup.biz.

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